Wednesday, January 5, 2011

Golf Ground, Ranikhet

Golf in Uttarakhand has an altogether different appeal to the players. The Golf courses in Uttarakhand are built amidst the green meadows of Himalayas. The major golf sites are at Nainital and Ranikhet.

Golf in Uttarakhand
Uttarakhand has always lured people with its lush green surroundings and vast Himalayan range. The mountains and rivers of Uttarakhand have offered some very tough challenges to the adventure freaks. But there is more than adventure sports to the state, which is more subtle and gentle. Golf, one of the most favored past time of men, globally, has a very strong presence in Uttarakhand . For a Golf lover, Uttarakhand is a paradise. The Golf courses worldwide are known for there green meadows, surrounded by small lakes and small elevations on ground. Picture it all in middle of Himalayas, where the geographical variation is provided naturally. The Golf courses in Uttarakhand have incomparable beauty. Surrounded by mountains, fruit orchards and snow capped hill tops, the Golf courses here are also famous as tourist destination, apart from being favorites of professional players. The Golf courses in Uttarakhand are naturally very picturesque and can give a tough time to a golfer.

Major Sites


Upat Golf Course, Ranikhet : The Upat Golf course is situated 6 Km from Ranikhet. The 9 hole Golf course is said to be the best managed Golf course in India. Upat Golf course is generally used by army-men, but is also open for general public, on payment of a small amount. It is one of the most challenging courses in the world where one can enjoy the ethereal beauty of the course with the changing seasons. This is currently one of the best maintained courses in the country. Many Golf championships are held on the Upat Golf Course

Raj Bhawan Golf Course, Nainital : The Raj Bhawan Golf Course in Nainital has been in use since 1926. Sir Malcolm Halley, the then governor of United Province, found the place suitable for Golf and the golf course was designed and constructed by the British Army engineers. Spread over an area of 50 acres, and set on an altitude of 1932 M, the ground is a masterpiece, covered by soft grass and surrounded by fruit orchards. The 18 hole golf course is amogst the finest in India. The Golf course is built near the Raj Bhawan, residence of the former governors of United Province.

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